Centennial High School is a public high school in Las Cruces, New Mexico, United States, and serves approximately 1,538 students in grades 9-12. It is a part of Las Cruces Public Schools. Construction on the school began in September 2009, was completed and opened for the beginning of the 2012–2013 school year.
Serving 1,713 students in grades 9-12, Centennial High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,713 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Top 30% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Centennial High School serves the southeast part of Las Cruces, NM, covering an area of approximately 97.2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 15 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Centennial High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Centennial High School's student population of 1,713 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 130 teachers has grown by 51% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,713 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
130 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2012
School Calendar
School Motto
It's a great day to be a hawk
School Rankings
Centennial High School ranks within the top 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Centennial High School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#342 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
74%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
19%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
82%
76.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.7%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Hawks
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centennial High School's ranking?
Centennial High School is ranked #342 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Centennial High School often compared to?
Centennial High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Las Cruces High School, Organ Mountain High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Centennial High School?
The graduation rate of Centennial High School is 82%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 76.5%.
How many students attend Centennial High School?
1,713 students attend Centennial High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Centennial High School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Centennial High School?
Centennial High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Centennial High School offer ?
Centennial High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Centennial High School part of?
Centennial High School is part of Las Cruces School District.
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